Partners with clients to design, develop, implement and maintain business solutions regarding data management and analysis. This includes database administration, data consolidation, data analysis and management reporting. Utilizes software to generate metrics and develops actionable recommendations. Collaborates with various function teams such as marketing, research, and IT to achieve business results.

Works with all the stakeholders to define and document product requirements that will determine the success of the solution. The ideal candidate understands medical terminology, and must possess excellent communication skills, working directly with the senior team members to translate clinical data into technically viable data extraction needs.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative research team within a dynamic research environment. This position will support the Center for Food Allergy & Asthma Research (CFAAR), directed by Dr. Ruchi Gupta located in the Institute for Public Health and Medicine (IPHAM).

Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.

4 years data analysis/report writing or similar experience required.

Please see information below:

Infrastructure (extends across applications)

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook)

Microsoft SharePoint

Programming Languages and Frameworks

Python

Compliance

IRB

Analytical

Critical thinking

Data mining

Database design/ data structure

Decision making

Judgment

Metadata creation and management

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Use-case analysis

Project

Collaboration and teamwork

Facilitate collaboration

Organizational skills

Planning

Workflow development & documentation

Write proposals and project charters

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

Must have 2 years of clinical research or analytics related experience (and/or applicable work experience); including 1 years (and/or applicable work experience) demonstrating a high level of core, technical and leadership competencies through cross-functional initiatives.

Masters degree in Biomedical Informatics, Statistics, or equivalent field

4 years business analysis/report writing/ project management or similar experience required, of which 3 years should be in managing life sciences or healthcare industry projects.

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

Experience with business processes, workflows, methodologies and leading practices required.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.

Internal Number: 38710

About Northwestern University

Northwestern University is a major private research university with 12 academic divisions located on three campuses in Evanston, Chicago, and Education City in Doha, Qatar. We have approximately 2,500 full-time faculty members, 17,000 graduate and undergraduate students, and over 5,700 full and part-time staff. Northwestern University combines innovative teaching and pioneering research in a highly collaborative environment. It provides students and faculty exceptional opportunities for intellectual, personal and professional growth.